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Manifold Heights Primary School Newsletter Principal: Barry Rowland Assistant Principal: Peta Mundine Business Manager: Jessie Burney Administration: Jacquie Clancy

Date: 7th February 2018

Important Dates FEBRUARY

Tues 12th Feb Middles Digital Tattoo Incursion

Wed 13th Feb Seniors Digital Tattoo Incursion

Digital Tattoo Parent Information Session, 6:30 - 8pm, Middles Building

Mon 18th Feb House Swimming Grade 3 - 6

Thurs 21st Feb Family BBQ @ 5:30pm

Mon 25th Feb Prep Information Evening

Tues 26th Feb Prep & Staff Photos

Being Brave Brainstorm Incursion

Grade 1 & Grade 2 Information Evening

Wed 27th Feb Middles Information Evening

Thurs 28th Feb Seniors Information Evening

MARCH

Fri 1st Mar Victorian State School Spectacular Rehearsal

Mon 4th Mar Dental Nurse Visit - Preps

Tues 5th Mar Dental Nurse Visit - Grade 1

Wed 6th Mar Summer Lightning Premiership

Thurs 7th Mar Prep Drama Incursion

Mon 11th Mar Labour Day Public Holiday - NO SCHOOL

Fri 15th Mar House Cross Country

Tues 19th Mar Geelong North Division Tennis Championships

Wed 20th Mar Geelong North Division Swimming Championships

Fri 22nd Mar Big Day Out (Grade 1 & 2)

Mon 25th Mar - Wed 27th Mar Grade 6 Camp

Tues 2nd Apr Western Region Swimming Championships

Wed 3rd Apr - Fri 5th Apr Grade 4 Camp

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Mano Students Set Individual Learning Goals

Students have settled quickly back into effective daily school routines during the first weeks of term. One area of focus across all grade levels is helping students to understand ‘where they are at’ – usually via a combination of formal and informal testing and assessment. Armed with this knowledge the mastery of strategies and actions which will achieve learning growth is the key. At Assembly on Monday we had 8 students who each shared some of their very specific learning goals for Term 1 – some were highlighted via their end of 2018 School Reports. Research would support the premise that – if we know where we are at, we know where we want to get to and also how to get there, then success will follow. I ask parents to ask their children what they are working on improving, why and how they are trying to improve. In most cases, support at home can assist significantly with the pursuit of learning goals and targets.

Permission Forms and Information Notes Issued to Students

The start of a new school year is always a busy time for permission notes and alike. PLEASE ask your children if they have any notes from their teachers for you to read and/or sign and return to school each day – and check their bags! This will help greatly with school organisational matters and help to ensure that your child does not miss out on important activities and opportunities. If in doubt about an activity or a due date please contact the General Office.

Do you have COMPASS on your phone and refer to it often?

Term 1 Camps for Grade 4 and 6 Students

Our annual camping program will be in full swing late this term with Grade 4s heading to Anglesea and Grades 6s to Maldon. These promise to be fabulous experiences for our students, with staff preparing and finalising details of the trips in the coming weeks. We do appreciate that the cost of these camps early in the school year places financial strain on family budgets – whilst we are asking for expressions of interest and deposits to confirm places, we are very happy to support payment plans which can extend into dates after the camps are conducted. Please contact the office staff or myself to arrange this if deemed appropriate.

Upcoming School Council Elections

School Council elections will be conducted during Term 1 in Government Schools.

I encourage parents to consider nominating for parent representation on Council and contributing to our school in such a manner. Assisting with policy development and reviewing requires a range of opinions and thoughts, as we strive to achieve the best of outcomes for our students whilst adhering to Department of Education & Training guidelines and regulations. Support with school financial management, overseeing fundraising, monitoring of the Annual Improvement Plan and participating in committees such as ICT school planning are areas which parents might feel they are able to contribute. Our School Council meets twice per school term (usually on the Monday evenings of the 4th and 8th week of each

term). The first meeting for 2019 will be Monday 18th February. Next week’s newsletter will include details of how to nominate and the timeline for elections. Please feel welcome to talk Mrs Mundine, myself or existing members for further information.

Internet Safety and Cyber Bullying – Senior Constable Robbie Noggler Bisit (Geelong Youth Resource Officer)

It has been terrific to have Robbie back at Mano supporting our Middles and Seniors with these important issues.

Robbie delivered with care and empathy, two very well received sessions which focused upon very current issues for our young people.

Some of his messages which resonated with our students included: Cyber bullying can take many forms, Stop and Think, Tell a trusted adult and Speak – even if your voice shakes (Dolly Everett story). Robbie is available to return to Mano and conduct parent sessions if we feel this would be needed.

With close to 50% of current students in the Middles now having an iPad which they are encouraged to bring to school to support their learning, this work is both relevant and vital in 2019 for young people. He referred very clearly to the options available for students to seek help if they are feeling unsafe or uncomfortable when online – number one being their parents!

Kids Helpline phone number 1800 551 800.

Digital Tattoo Incursion Sessions The following sessions are being offered next week:

Tuesday 12th February, Middles students: 9am – 1:30pm

Wednesday 13th February, Seniors students: 9am – 1:30pm

Wednesday 13th February, Parents session 6:30pm – 8:30pm.

Topics at the Parent Information Session include: From YouTube to social media, gaming to SnapChat we will talk about looking out for your mates, the importance of strong role modeling, conversation starters for home, monitoring gaming habits, gambling and all things online.

Upcoming Curriculum Evenings for all Grade levels: 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Prep, Monday 25th February

Grade 1 and 2, Tuesday 26th February

Middles, Wednesday 27th February

Seniors, Thursday 28th February

Please save the date and join us as teachers share many important details of the school year ahead for students in these levels. Barry Rowland

Principal

Upcoming Event Consent Forms and/or Payments Due

Grade 6 Maldon Camp Expression of Interest Friday 8th February

Middles Digital Tattoo Friday 8th February

Seniors Digital Tattoo Monday 11th February

House Swimming Sports Thursday 14th February

Brainstorm Productions Being Brave Incursion Friday 22nd February

Grade 6 Bike Education Tuesday 5th March

Prep Marvellous Me Incursion Tuesday 5th March

1A GEORGIA JOHNS - Georgia has made an excellent start to Grade 1 by consistently demonstrating the 5L’s during

floor work. She is a respectful and positive member of 1A who always tries her best. Amazing Georgia!

1C CHARLIE KENT - Charlie has adapted beautifully to his new school and setting by listening well, putting his hand up

and demonstrating great manners. Champion Charlie!

1S CHLOE SPAREY - In the week Chloe has been in Grade 1 she has proved herself to be an extremely empathetic and

caring student, she always ensures that everyone in the class feels comfortable and happy. Amazing Chloe!

2B EVELINA CURRIE - For always being a responsible class member, showing the 5L’s, being organised for learning

and making excellent use of her work time.

2C TYMERAH YOUNG - For always displaying the 5L’s in the classroom and always being ready to learn. Well done

Tymerah!

2O KELLY HOSE - Kelly approaches every lesson with enthusiasm and a beaming smile. She is eager to demonstrate

the 5L’s. Sensational Kelly!

MC SASSY TAYLOR - Sassy consistently demonstrates the 5L’s during instruction time. She is always respectful and will

listen attentively when others are speaking. Spectacular Sassy!

MG MAX JONES - Max has made an excellent start to his time in the Middles. He is always polite, demonstrates the 5Ls,

and works hard to keep our shared spaces tidy.

MM AALIYAH DARGUE - Aaliyah has shown an outstanding effort in showing the 5L’s. She listens attentively to

instructions and demonstrates a clear understanding of how to complete each task. Awesome Aaliyah!

MS VIOLET GILLARD - Violet has made an excellent start to Grade 3 and is a positive role model in MS. She is always

demonstrating her 5Ls without being asked and reminds others to do the same. Well done Violet.

MW MADISON MUIR - Maddie has made a fantastic start to the year and has ensured that she demonstrates all SWPBS

behaviours. This has allowed her to be an amazing role model to her peers. Marvellous Maddie!

SB LACHLAN SEARS - Lachlan has had a fantastic start to the year! He is always on task, ready to learn and shows the

5L’s by listening to instructions. Keep it up Lachie!

SN AMELIA RICHARDSON - Amelia consistently shows the 5Ls and is switched on and ready to learn each and every

session. You’re a fantastic role model Amelia!

SS ASTRID WATTERS-SANSOM - Astrid has shown great care and respect for her new classmates over the first week

of school, supporting those when help is needed and talking to the teacher when she knows it is important. You’re

showing real leadership, Astrid!

SV KALE CARTER - Kale has started the year with a positive mindset. He has shown that he can be a productive and valuable member of the class. You’re kickin’ it Kale!

PERF

ARTS

LIAM GREGOIRE - Liam has had a wonderful start, listening and following instructions perfectly. Great job Liam!

Art Award Kaisercraft are kindly sponsoring a weekly Art Award this term.

Each week one student will receive a $10 Kaisercraft voucher.

This week’s Art Award goes to: JARVIS CHAPMAN for always concentrating and doing amazing work. .

Art Smock Reminder Thank-you to everyone who has an Art Smock. Once again if you have a problem sourcing one for your child please let me

know and I will help you. All students require a named Art smock as soon as possible. The best smocks have long caught in

sleeves and an opening at the back. The students can slip these smocks over their head and nothing needs doing up!

Thanks.

Mrs Walker

2019 Essential Student Learning Items & Booklists

Essential Student Learning Items - $150.00 per student

Includes your child’s Student Diary, Mathletics & Reading Eggs Online Subscriptions, Photocopied Resources, Assignment &

Project Construction Materials, Life Education, Adolescent Education (Seniors) and selected Sports activities for Middles and

Seniors students.

Payment of the Essential Student Learning Items can be made directly to the school via Qkr, Bpay, Credit Card, Eftpos, Cheque or

Cash. We request payment for the Essential Student Learning Items is made by the end of Term 1, Friday 5th April 2019.

Jessie Burney

Business Manager

Sports Report Manifold Heights Primary School House Swimming Sports

The Manifold Heights Primary School Swimming Sports for children in Grades 3 - 6 will be held on Monday 18th February at the Geelong

College Pool between 9:40am and 1pm.

If any parents of children competing can act as an official on that day could they please fill out and return the notice below.

Thanks.

Mr Grant

Manifold Heights Primary School House Swimming Sports

Name:_______________________________________________ Phone number:__________________________

Childs name:__________________________________________ Grade:_________________________________

I am able to act as an official at the Manifold Heights Primary School House Swimming Sports on Monday 18th February at The Geelong

College Recreation Centre.

Signed:________________________________________________________

Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) 2019 CSEF is provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to cover to costs of school excursions, camps and

sporting activities. If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF. A

special consideration category also exists for asylum seeker and refugee families. The allowance is paid to the school to use towards

expenses relating to camps, excursions or sporting activities for the benefit of your child.

Parents or legal guardians are required to complete a CSEF application form and lodge it with the Office for processing.

Application forms should be completed and lodged with schools by Friday 1st March 2019, as payments are made from March. However

schools will be able to accept and process applications up until the end of term two each year. Contact the office to obtain a CSEF

application form.

Please ensure a copy of your means-tested concession card is provided with your CSEF application form. If you were

eligible and received CSEF in 2018, your application will rollover to 2019 and a new application form is not required to be

completed.

Jessie Burney

Business Manager

Student Absences Please remember to telephone the office and speak to either Jacquie or Jessie when your child is absent from

school or if you are aware of a prior engagement. Alternatively you can submit an absence approval on the

Compass app.

Do You Volunteer at Mano?

If you volunteer at the school, whether it be helping in the classroom, with Bike Ed, at the Carnivale, processing books in the

Library, attending excursions or activities such as the Walkathon, it is a Department of Education & Training requirement that you MUST

have a valid Volunteer Working with Children Check and have supplied a copy of your card to the Office.

If you don’t have a valid Working with Children Check please apply by following the instructions attached to this newsletter. There is no cost

for a Volunteer Working with Children Check (a passport photo is required). Please ask at the General Office if you need a hand – we look

forward to seeing our students continue to benefit from the amazing work that parents do as volunteers at our school. Please check with

your local post office if they process Working with Children checks.

DIGITAL TATTOO

PARENT/CARER INFORMATION SESSION (All Parents Welcome)

Middle Department Hub

Wednesday 13th February, 6:30pm - 8pm

Young People live in an amazing world, they seamlessly move between their ‘online world’ and ‘living directly world’. As a

community this can create some in trepidation as they baffle us with their speed and connectivity, take risks and sometimes make

mistakes.

The success of the Digital Tattoo project is in the strength of the school-family partnership. By providing education to

students, teachers and parents/carers at the same time the project aims to begin a number of conversations which will

continue long after the project is finished.

This session is a chance for parents and carers to come together and look at how Young People use their Digital Space and

explore opportunities to support them whilst they navigate and build their skills online.

The session runs for 90 mins is interactive and aims to build knowledge and skills for families.

TOPICS INCLUDE

From YouTube to social media, gaming to SnapChat we will talk about looking out for your mates, the importance of strong

role modeling, conversation starters for home, monitoring gaming habits, gambling and all things online.

FEEDBACK FORM PARENTS/CARERS WHO HAVE ATTENDED THIS SESSION –

‘The whole thing was fantastic. It’s always going to be hard to cover all the content in one evening but you did extremely well. Loads of

great ideas and communicated in an accessible and humourous way. A fun evening! Thanks for keeping up with the research too- that

feels good to have that tied inot the anecdotes.’ ‘ Stop the head in the sand mentality ‘ ‘Learning that prohibition doesn’t work.’ ‘Funny,

entertaining, informative’ ‘Lots of practical tips delivered in an accessible way’

__________________________________________________________________________________

To RSVP to this event please return this slip to the school office.

I, ______________________________________ look forward to attending the Digital Tattoo Parent Information session on Wednesday,

13th February.

Mano Sports Shorts Bellarine Uniforms are now stocking Sport Shorts (pocket with zip) for $32.50.

SCHOOL BANKING School Banking day is FRIDAY - resumes Friday 8th February 2019 Remember, Friday is School Banking day and students should bring in their weekly deposit. For every deposit made at school, students will receive a silver Dollarmites token. Once students have individually collected 10 tokens they can redeem them for an exclusive School Banking reward item in recognition of their regular savings habits. School Banking is also a great fundraiser for our school, raising 5% on every deposit made through the school (to a maximum of $10 per individual deposit). If your child has lost their book, they can bring their money to school in a sealed envelope with a note on the next School Banking day. We will issue them with a replacement. Term 1 Super Savers Rewards (pictured) include:

Scented Stackable Highlighter

Snowy Origami Set

Manifold Heights PS Week beginning 4th February 2018

Coordinator: Georgie Petrovski

Hi Everyone!

It’s great to see lots of new and familiar faces in the New Year and to welcome everybody back to OSHC. I’m excited to start the

year off with a lot of fun! For all new families joining OSHC I’m Georgie, coordinator of the service. Feel free to pop in and have a

chat and see what before and after school care looks like.

This week we have been getting back into school and OSHC routines nice and slowly. Children have been participating in activities

including: ball games, AFL target, Lego creations, beads and bracelets, key chain activities, colouring in, group games, imaginative

play, cars, dolls and more.

Remember Term 1 is hats and sunscreen so ensure you bring your hats along to OSHC if you want to go outside. We provide sun-

screen although you are welcome to bring your own.

Reminder: Camp Australia Cancellation Process

Just reminding parents if your child is not attending the OSHC program on any day they are booked, you must let us know via

phone on the Manifold Heights mobile phone service number which is 0405 422 142. We are to follow correct procedures in

locating children who have not shown up at the service. Please ensure you communicate if your child is not attending the OSHC

program service and there is a prior booking for the day.

Thanks. Georgie

OSHC ROOM ACTIVITIES

Ball Games Lego Creations Imaginative Play AFL Target

Community Notice If you have any unused toys or recyclable equipment that you feel would be useful for

any craft or art activities we would really appreciate any donations. Thank you.

Mano’s before and after school care

program is run by Camp Australia.

More information can be found at

Proud suppliers of the

Manifold Heights

Primary

School uniform Open: Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm

Saturday 9.00am – 1.00pm

Compass School Manager You can download our Compass app for

FREE at the App Store (iPhones) or

Google Play Store (Android). Just search

Manifold Heights Primary. This is a great

method of communication between the school and our parent

community! You can receive notifications about upcoming

events and notify the school of student absences.

Qkr

Have you downloaded Qkr

(Quicker) yet?! You can pay

your excursions and other

school payment items right now using Qkr! To make

payments immediately why not download it today and take a

look at our school on Qkr! Just search Qkr in the App Store or

Google Play Store and sign up today! If you are having issues

please contact the Office.

- ‘We make kids smile’

OSHC school number:

5229 7257

Customer Service:

1300 105 343

Lloyd Moulton Sales Consultant Barry Plant 5221 4011 0434 587 881

Barry Plant 59 Gheringhap Street Geelong, 3220

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Singing Lessons

During &/or After School Hours at School

To enrol in, or to obtain more information

please contact Meagan:

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